What is ISO 17831-1 - Determination of mechanical durability of pellets about?
ISO 17831-1 defines a determination method for testing the mechanical durability of pellets.
The mechanical durability is a measure of the resistance of compressed fuels towards shocks and/or brasion as a consequence of handling and transportation.
Who is ISO 17831-1 - Determination of mechanical durability of pellets for?
ISO 17831-1 on determination of mechanical durability of pellets is useful for:
- Solid biofuels industry
- Manufacturers of pallets
- Testing laboratories
- Relevant compliance authorities
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use ISO 17831-1 - Determination of mechanical durability of pellets?
Compressed solid biomass fuel is usually classified either as pellets or briquettes, of which pellets usually have a diameter below 25 mm while for briquettes the diameter is higher (see ISO 17225-1). To account for the different particle dimensions, it was necessary to define different test apparatuses for the determination of durability for pellets and briquettes. ISO 17831-1 serves this purpose by defining determination method for testing the mechanical durability of pellets.
ISO 17831-1 provides guidance on the structure and dimensions of the main parts of the pellet tester, sample preparation, calculation of the mechanical durability, performance characteristics. This can help you ensure the mechanical durability of pallets.